Early Childhood Teacher (Entry Level)

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Early Childhood Teacher has a critical role in supporting the academic and linguistic development of our pre-elementary students. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment for young learners. The teacher will create and implement developmentally appropriate instruction that promotes the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child following True North School's pillars and philosophy.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
• Employ a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional and teaching strategies to meet the needs of learners.
• Guide students in developing mathematical thinking, self-regulation, critical thinking, foundation reading skills, handwriting skills, speaking and listening skills.
• Ensure the standard outcomes of students following the school's pillars of excellence and philosophy.
• Plan and implement engaging and age-appropriate lessons, learning centers and activities that align with the school's educational philosophy and curriculum guidelines.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages children's growth and development.
• Manage classroom behavior using positive discipline techniques.
• Conduct regular assessments of students' progress and provide feedback to parents and school administration.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction and support each child's individual needs.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child's progress and involving them in the learning process.
• Collaborate with colleagues and school administration.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, outdoor play, and school events.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, trainings, events, and seminars to convey and/or gather information if required.
• Engage with the school community, participating in events and initiatives that support True North's four pillars.
• Other tasks assigned by the Line Manager, Senior Leadership Team and Board of Management.